SHEQ OFFICER – AECI Mining

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct SHE Meetings (plan, scheduled and review)
• Coordinate and facilitate implementation of the Company’s Safety Health and Environment (SHE) strategy
• Conduct, facilitate and coordinate all SHE related inspections
• Compile weekly, monthly and quarterly SHE reports
• Conduct, monitor and report on legal and mandatory SHE training requirements
• Drive implementation of SHE initiatives for the site
• Monitor achievement of the Site Improvement Plan (SIP)
• Be the online SHE systems custodian for the site
• Manage appointment of the various SHE roles for the plant.
• Manage the permit to work, take 5, UOR, and other SHE management system for the site
• Drive the company’s wellness program on site
• Coordinate and participate in the investigation of incidents, accidents and near misses
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly statistics and presentations related to SHE performance
• Report to the Site Manager Non-conformances and corrective action taken.
• Compile and submit investigation reports to the Site Manager and AECI Botswana head office.
• Attend client meetings if and when required on behalf AECI Botswana.
• Investigate the root cause of SHE complaints put forward by staff members, clients and contractors and report the result to the Site Manager
• Ensure regular emergency response exercises and drills are conducted to ensure the highest level of preparedness in any emergency. Maintain records of such drills, providing recommendations for emergency response improvements
• Supervise the regular inspection of firefighting, safety and emergency response equipment at sites and offices.
• Assist in development and implementing of emergency response procedures and evacuation plans on site and offices. Ensure that these plans are reviewed and updated regularly.
• Ensure that the emergency plans are communicated to staff and visitors and update registers on training and induction.
• Provide detailed audit reports with findings. Identify non-conformities and provide corrective action measures to prevent re-occurrence.
• Monitor and review that corrective measures have been implemented.
• Assist in developing all the required documentation, operational checks and reports for the SHE Management System to be compliant with ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 standards.
• Review and amend standards, specifications, policies and procedures for approval.
• Ensure that employees, contractors and site visitors receive SHE induction at Kick-Off meetings and before entering construction operations
• Monitor contractor performance and work sites by conducting continuous site visits and audits and compiling relevant reports. Escalate matters of continuous non-conformance.
• Establish Safe Work Procedures; Standard Operating Procedures and Safe Work Instructions for tasks as and when required.
• Monitoring the implementation of Safe Work Procedures, Instructions and protocols to determine continuous improvement.
• Compile and maintain safety files and other related relevant files for the site
• Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned from time-to-time by management
• Review and update the SHE plan

Requirements

• At least a degree in Safety Health and Environment (SHE) or related field.
• At least three (3) years’ experience in a SHE related position preferable in an underground mining environment
• Must be fluent in both Setswana and English
• Be in possession of a valid driver’s Licence
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to plan and organise efficiently – planning skills
• Keen attention to detail and adherence to deadlines
• Ability to prioritize among competing tasks
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Presentation and report writing skills
• Strong initiative and people skills
• Be a Botswana Citizen
• Good understanding of the Explosive Act, Mine Quarries, Works and Machinery Act (MQWM) and other related SHE legislative requirements

How to Apply

REF Code: 2282